2026 World Cup: Scores, Standings, Schedule and Viewing Details
The 2026 World Cup has begun across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament features 48 teams after the qualifying playoffs concluded, filling the last six spots. The host nations automatically earned their places, with the United States placed in Group D.
The U.S. started strong with a victory over Paraguay on June 12 and will face Australia before concluding the group stage against Türkiye. Meanwhile, Canada is competing in Group B, making a powerful statement by defeating Qatar 6-0 after a draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Their final group match is set against Switzerland.
Mexico launched their campaign at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, beating South Africa 2-0 and then edging out South Korea 1-0. Their last group game will be versus Czechia in Group A.
Group Standings and Recent Results (All times Eastern)
Recent matches include:
- June 11: Mexico 2, South Africa 0
- June 11: South Korea 2, Czechia 1
- June 18: Czechia 1, South Africa 1
- June 18: Mexico 1, South Korea 0
Upcoming on June 24:9 p.m. (Fox): Czechia vs. Mexico at Estadio Azteca9 p.m. (FS1): South Africa vs. South Korea at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey
Group B Standings
Key games so far:
- June 12: Canada 1, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1
- June 13: Switzerland 1, Qatar 1
- June 18: Switzerland 4, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1
- June 18: Canada 6, Qatar 0
On June 24:3 p.m. (Fox): Switzerland vs. Canada at BC Place, Vancouver3 p.m. (FS1): Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar at Lumen Field, Seattle
Additional Groups and Matches
Other groups are progressing with varied performances. Brazil leads Group C undefeated, facing Scotland on June 24 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. The U.S. dominates Group D with two wins, preparing to meet Türkiye at SoFi Stadium on June 25.
Germany tops Group E, followed by Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and Curaçao. In Group F, Netherlands and Japan are tied with four points each. Egypt sits first in Group G, with Iran and Belgium close behind.
Knockout Rounds and Schedule
After group play, 32 teams will move on to the knockout rounds. The top two teams from each group qualify, along with the eight best third-place finishers.
The Round of 32 starts June 28, with matches at venues like SoFi Stadium, NRG Stadium, and Estadio Azteca. The Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and final follow, hosted across key stadiums in the U.S. and Mexico.
Qualified Teams Breakdown
- AFC: Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, South Korea, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Iraq
- CAF: Algeria, Cabo Verde, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia, DR Congo
- CONCACAF: United States, Canada, Mexico, Curaçao, Haiti, Panama
- CONMEBOL: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay
- OFC: New Zealand
- UEFA: England, France, Croatia, Norway, Portugal, Germany, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Türkiye, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czechia
Group Stage Format and Tie-Break Rules
The 48 teams are split into twelve groups of four. Each team plays three matches within its group. After these matches, the best two teams per group advance, joined by the eight highest-ranked third-place teams, forming the 32-team knockout bracket.
Ties in group standings follow a strict order of resolution: points in matches among tied teams, goal difference, and goals scored in those matches. If still unresolved, overall goal difference and goals scored come into play, followed by fair play records based on cards received. Lastly, FIFA rankings decide ties if all else fails.
Join the Action
Fans can grab tickets through Gametime for events nearby. There’s also 2026 Soccer Pick Em with FOX One, a free Yahoo Fantasy game where supporters test their knowledge, earn points, and compete with friends or experts.
